BLADEThe blade is made from 60MnSiCr4 (9260) carbon spring steel, a material widely used for tools that must withstand dynamic loads and repeated impacts. Hardened to 57–59 HRC, it offers a balanced combination of edge retention, toughness, flexibility, and impact resistance. FEATURES Lightweight design — only 430 g (15.17 oz) Full Tang construction for maximum durability High-toughness 1.5027 (60MnSiCr4) spring steel (equivalent to 9260 / 60S2A) Hardness: 57–59 HRC Convex Grind for efficient cutting and chopping performance Signature Raw Finish with a practical, utilitarian appearance Kukri-Parang hybrid blade geometry Optimized balance for camp and trail work Traverse is a camping machete designed for active use in outdoor environments. This field machete is built for clearing brush, preparing firewood for campfires, and setting up camp. Combining features found in traditional Southeast Asian machetes with a modern approach to outdoor tools, Traverse is optimized for efficient work on wood, green vegetation, and a variety of field tasks. WHAT TRAVERSE IS DESIGNED FOR Clearing trails and dense vegetation Preparing kindling and firewood Camp setup and shelter construction Processing small-diameter wood Bushcraft and outdoor skills Hiking and trekking Camping and overlanding Wilderness expeditions and backcountry travel
